Etihad Seeks to Expand Fleet with Airbus Aircraft Amid Record Profits

Etihad Airways is considering a new order for Airbus A350 and A330neo aircraft at the Dubai Airshow, following the airline’s record nine-month profits of $463 million. The airline’s strong financial performance and increased passenger numbers have driven growth, with revenues reaching $5.9 billion and 16.1 million passengers carried in the first nine months of 2025. Etihad added 2,600 new employees, including 200 pilots and 1,500 cabin crew. Reuters reported the potential order, but neither Airbus nor Etihad commented on the rumors. The airline’s CEO, Antonoaldo Neves, praised the airline’s performance, saying it set a new benchmark and validated the airline’s strategy.